The first weekend, that sent a picture of mold in the plastic shoot of the ice maker. 

They recently orchestrated a remarkable syndication deal and bagged 110% AAR in just under 13 months, which I don’t need to tell you is massive.

Do you really want Tenants that can  pack a couple bags and walk out in the middle of the night?

Most of these alarms have an expiration date stamped into the plastic or printed on the back label.  10 years. 

From what I’m seeing in the last few deals here in the Southeast (FL/GA) and beyond, the private money landscape is a mixed bag right now — but there are real opportunities if you know where to look.What seems to be working:   • Strong operators with solid comps and exit strategies still get fast private money   • Lenders are more comfortable with seasoned investors and repeat sponsors   • Private lenders are still writing P+R deals, especially with interest reserves factored in   • Clean deals with realistic ARVs and conservative rehab estimates get tractionWhat’s slowing deals down:   • Underwriting is tighter — lenders want better LTVs and clearer exit plans   • Appraisal uncertainty can stall approvals, especially in softer micro-markets   • Some private lenders are leaning toward bridge/equity splits instead of 80/20 purchase + rehab   • Newer investors without track record are seeing longer review cyclesRegional nuance:In Florida & Georgia, I’ve heard of a handful of private lenders still willing to commit on P+R — but they often want:   • 65–70% LTC   • Clear exit strategy (BRRRR exit, sale comps, rent rolls)   • Detailed scopes + contractor quotesThose tightening terms aren’t deal killers — they just reward preparation.My takeaway:Private money hasn’t disappeared — it’s just more selective.

Pierce the veneer, water gets in and swells the wood and it starts falling apart.Glue down a vinyl runner under the sinks:https://www.homedepot.com/p/Black-Plastic-Floor-Runner-Prote...4) BlindsInstall the cheapet blinds you can to prevent tenants from nailing sheets & towels up, potentially ruining walls & window frames!

Basically, if they wanted to set up an air mattress and bring a bag with clothes, toiletries, etc that is fine but not setting up as a permanent residence.The advantage to this is that you never have to worry about having to evict them if they don't leave.

Buying an older Philadelphia rowhome (built 1880-1940-)—especially a multifamily that hasn’t been fully gutted in the past 20–30 years—can quickly turn into a nightmare, and you may end up being the one holding the bag.

Than bag holders holding out on hopeium.

You can't control neighbor properties in your exit strategy, and if your ARV assumes they shape up, you're holding a bag if they don't.